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Tuscany Valle d'Orcia: Art, Food, Relaxation Tour
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Pienza
Embark on a private day tour of Tuscany from Rome and explore the picturesque towns of Pienza and Montepulciano. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Valle d’Orcia and indulge in art, food, and relaxation. Optional wine-tasting available.
Embark on a private day tour of Tuscany from Rome and explore the picturesque towns of Pienza and Montepulciano. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Valle d’Orcia and indulge in art, food, and relaxation. Optional wine-tasting available.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Pienza - Pienza is a quaint village nestled in southern Tuscany, within the renowned Val d’Orcia! Situated approximately 20 km east of Montalcino and a few miles west of Montepulciano, it lies in the picturesque Val d’Orcia region, south of Siena, surrounded by gentle, poetic hills and stunning vistas. Pienza boasts a truly strategic location,…
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Pienza - Pienza is a quaint village nestled in southern Tuscany, within the renowned Val d’Orcia! Situated approximately 20 km east of Montalcino and a few miles west of Montepulciano, it lies in the picturesque Val d’Orcia region, south of Siena, surrounded by gentle, poetic hills and stunning vistas. Pienza boasts a truly strategic location, perched atop a hill, offering a breathtaking view of the entire valley.
This delightful village is famously known as the “ideal” city of the Renaissance, crafted by the esteemed humanist Enea Silvio Piccolomini, who later became Pope Pius II.
There are numerous intriguing sites to explore, such as the Cathedral, the Pope’s palace, and the suspended garden.
Moreover, Pienza is celebrated as the city of cheese! Beyond its historical and artistic significance, it is renowned for its cheese, particularly the famous pecorino di Pienza, where visitors are warmly invited to enjoy a delightful tasting experience! -
Montepulciano - The city is perched on the crest of a tufa hill between two valleys, offering a highly picturesque panoramic view; it is a captivating medieval town with numerous Renaissance palaces. Notably, the Duomo, adorned with exquisite frescoes by local artists, stands out!
Piazza Grande serves as the main square, surrounded by stunning palaces, including the town hall with its impressive civic tower, offering a breathtaking panorama. The renowned Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, celebrated by poets, is considered one of the main attractions.
Here, visitors have the opportunity to indulge in a wine-tasting experience, enjoy a leisurely lunch, and embrace life while shopping through the narrow streets of the old town.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- Wine tasting
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- toll
- Cheese tasting
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- Wine tasting
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- toll
- Cheese tasting
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
Additional Information
Embark on a routine journey from Rome to experience the stunning natural beauty of the renowned Valle d’ Orcia of Tuscany, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This trip also includes visits to two of Tuscany’s most picturesque towns, Pienza and Montepulciano, seamlessly blending Culture, Gastronomy, and Leisure - the key ingredients to an enriching life. Upon…
Embark on a routine journey from Rome to experience the stunning natural beauty of the renowned Valle d’ Orcia of Tuscany, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This trip also includes visits to two of Tuscany’s most picturesque towns, Pienza and Montepulciano, seamlessly blending Culture, Gastronomy, and Leisure - the key ingredients to an enriching life. Upon special demand, we can arrange for an immersive wine-tasting spectacle to add an exciting element to your day tour!
Location
Pienza
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Joseph_s
Nov 15, 2024
Our breathtaking Tuscany Trip - Alessandro picked us up at 8 am, who I have to say, is the best driver you will ever have. So polite, kind, and friendly, he made our trip truly a 5-star, perfect experience. We made our trek from Rome to Our first stop, Pienza, in a beautiful Mercedes Van, where Alessandro taught us about all of the towns we passed along the way to Pienza, along with simply pointing out some of the most beautiful countryside we have ever seen.
Upon arrival we were greeted by s local cheese shop Alessandro recommended, where we were able to sample the best cheese my wife and I had ever had. We then were given a brief but informative tour, leaving some time for us to explore the town, and do some shopping (we bought some really cool stuff). Alessandro, showed us the best spots for pictures, and gave us some history of the town.
We then headed to Montepulciano, where we were taken directly to a local winery where we not only got to do a wine tasting but also had the most incredible home-made pasta we have ever had. Please try the pici with the chianina, and the wild boar ragu. Wow….wow…wow…
We then were given time to explore the town, which is much bigger than Pienza, which means, lots more shopping! So much wine, cheese, meats, wool, local artisan crafts, antique shops, etc..This town was thriving and lively, embedded with history and warm to thr touch. At wife and I explored the stretches of the town, and made our way back to our van, and headed home.
The best part of our trip was our guide/driver. Alessandro, thank you, from the bottom of our hearts for such a breathtaking experience, driving through the finest areas of Tuscany. You are to be commended!
My wife and I are from New York and I’ve never done anything like this before. Please book this trip and make this experience part of your lifelong memories. Thanks again, Alessandro.
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David_s
Oct 31, 2024
Perfectly private! - We were picked up from our hotel in Rome and warmly greeted by our driver Alessandro. We rode to the Tuscany region, stopping in Pienza to see all the beautiful sights and views of Val
D’Orcia. Then another short drive to Montepulciano where we had a quick tour of the wine caves and then sampled some wine and cheese. We were also escorted to the top of the hill so we could have time to walk down by ourselves to shop and explore the town. We even had time to stop and enjoy some beer and wine. This was a perfectly private, relaxed, and enjoyable way to see this region. We would highly recommend this tour!
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Elizabethak8362gj
Aug 29, 2024
Amazing day to treasure in Tuscany! - This company is second to none, we had an amazing time. Alessandro our guide was knowledgable (very) and so accommodating. He worked with me on the itinerary making sure we saw what we came to see. He arranged it all! We were very pleased and one of my favorite parts about my trip. We also experienced one of his other drivers, Luca who transported us to our cruise port and he was fantastic as well!! Great team, highly recommend.
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Elizabeth_a
Aug 25, 2024
An unforgettable day! - This company was second to none! Alessandro was our amazing tour guide! His team (Luca) we used also for our cruise port transportation.
Very professional, local business, hardworking, and also felt like extended family! Our day in Tuscany is something I will always remember!
He heard everything we wanted to see and delivered above my expectations! We have them in our phones and we will be back!
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Cathy_p
Jun 1, 2024
A Perfect Day Trip to Tuscany from Rome - This is a must do trip while in Rome. A perfect day start to finish. Comfortable 2 1/2 hour drive through beautiful countryside with opportunities to stop along the way. Tours of two lovely hill towns, tastings, shopping, history, lunch, peaceful ride home. It was wonderful. Thank you Alessandro.
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Averman
Mar 20, 2024
Pienza and Montepulciano for a day-I'll be back for a longer stay! - Good day trip from Rome. Pienza and Montepulciano are two very interesting small Tuscan cities that are rather difficult to reach by public transportation, even if you know your way around Italy fairly well- hiring a car service is a good way to get there, if you don't want to rent your own. Very knowledgeable driver/guide, and he picked great spot for lunch in Montepulciano. Only negative I could give is that the tour is rather pricy, so works best for a family or small group that can split the cost. I would definitely stay in or around Montepulciano for a at least a few days on a future trip!
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Saraby5608bt
Feb 8, 2024
Best day in Tuscany - I always dreamed of visiting Tuscany and I couldn’t have asked for a better person than Alessandro to help making my dream come true.
He is very professional, prompt, caring, kind and knowledgeable. Flexible, too. Organising to add stops along the way to make sure I had the best experience. He is an excellent communicator and the safest driver.
The towns were so empty and beautiful during January and the scenery was extraordinary. He helped taking some wonderful photos and made sure I was comfortable and happy.
He also provided a great background and history of the scenery and places we visited.
Don’t hesitate to book a tour with Alessandro, it is worth every penny and more.
Thank you so very much Alessandro for a beautiful and memorable day. I will definitely come back.
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Curious22502990463
Jan 16, 2024
Wonderful trip - Alessandro was wonderful! He took great care of us to show us the beautiful towns of Tuscany. Even though it was a Sunday and a little chilly, Alessandro made sure our experience was beautiful. He was very knowledgeable about the towns and the history. The wine and the cheese were great too!
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L6442fxanthonym
Nov 8, 2023
Beautiful Trip! - Alessandro was the best. He was patient with our baby and was so gracious. He took us to some great shops and told us all about the history of the villages we visited. So beautiful.
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Lynn_c
Sep 21, 2023
Tuscany Day - Alessandro was an excellent guide and driver. He was knowledgeable, personable and spoke English well. We had a great day in Tuscany.
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